Project Architect

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The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. 

As a Project Architect, you will take a leadership role in the planning, design, and delivery of complex capital projects such as recreation facilities, fire stations, operations centers, libraries, mixed-use developments, and other essential City-owned buildings. You will be accountable for ensuring these facilities are safe, durable, and accessible, while aligning with the City's strategic priorities and environmental policies. This position combines project management responsibilities with architectural expertise to provide long term value delivering key infrastructure projects. Primary duties include:

• Lead project planning, design and execution: Lead end-to-end project management of complex capital projects, including scope definition, scheduling, strategy development, and budget oversight.
• Consultant & Contractor Management: Oversee performance to ensure quality, scope adherence, and timely completion of deliverables.
• Procurement & Contract Negotiation: Manage procurement processes, negotiate contracts, and administer consultant and contractor agreements. Analyze change requests and/or value management opportunities for cost, necessity and feasibility and identify innovative solutions. 
• Risk & Compliance Management: Proactively identify and mitigate project risks; ensure compliance with procurement policies, building codes, permitting processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Technical Evaluation: Review technical reports and change requests to assess feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with project goals.
• Permitting & Approvals: Coordinate and sequence permit applications and regulatory approvals to keep projects on schedule.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain comprehensive project records, including financial tracking, risk assessments, and performance evaluations; prepare and present reports on key metrics and recommendations.
• Interested Party Engagement: Lead communication and collaboration with internal departments, regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, and interested parties in the community.
• Architectural Oversight: Provide design guidance and contract administration expertise, exercising professional judgment on deviations and ensuring design integrity.
• Subject Matter Expert: May act as Discipline Champion Alternative for Supply's architectural review process and prequalification process under the Architectural category.
• Standards Development: Create and maintain architectural design standards and policies to guide future projects.
• Early Project Development: Serve as a subject matter expert, supporting early project phases and identifying innovative design and delivery solutions.

Qualifications 

• A degree in Architecture and at least 4 years of relevant architecture experience obtained after receiving your Registered Architect designation and current registration as a Registered Architect with the Alberta Association of Architects (AAA), in good standing, by the first day of work.
• Experience must include work on a variety of building types in the areas of design, construction, procurement, contract administration, and negotiating terms, conditions and fees.
• Working knowledge of architectural best practices, Alberta Building codes, and City of Calgary permitting processes and requirements is required.
• Experience in design and construction of public sector capital projects is considered an asset.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or (LEED) Accredited Professional designations would be considered assets.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and political acumen are essential in this role, along with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and colleagues.
• The successful candidate will have strong analytical thinking and judgment, along with the ability to provide technical or professional advice to a variety of audiences. 

Working Conditions: This position works primarily in an office environment and conducts regular visits to construction sites.  Pre-employment Requirements 

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Workstyle

• This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. Such arrangements are based on the operational requirements of the position and employee suitability and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

Position and Pay Information

• Business Unit: Public Spaces Delivery 
• Union: Exempt 
• Position Type: 2 Permanent
• Compensation: Level P3 $104,938 - 131,172 per annum
• Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week.
• Days of work: This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
• Location: 800 Mcleod Trail SE
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: October 12th, 2026
• Job ID: 315323